An Artist’s Blog
Welcome to my blog for artists and people who have a love for oil paintings. Thank you for taking time to read my articles – I hope it fills your time with the creativity you’ve been looking for.
“Nature is painting for us, day after day, pictures of infinite beauty if only we have the eyes to see them.” -John Ruskin
Frame an Oil Painting: A Quick How-To
Frames are a wonderful way to enhance artwork. If you want to know the right way to frame an oil painting, here is your quick how-to guide! Should You Frame an Oil Painting? You don’t have to. If you’d like [...]
Landscape Painting: Guide for Beginners
Landscape painting is perfect for nature and art lovers! But that doesn’t mean it’s without its challenges. Here are a few tips for beginners trying their hand at landscape painting. Don't Bring Too Many Art supplies The simpler, the better. [...]
4 Tips for Buying Oil Paintings for Your Home
Ready to add an oil painting or two to your walls but not sure where to begin? Here are four factors to consider when you are buying oil paintings for your home. Think About where the Painting will “Live” Before [...]
Plein Air Painting Guide – What do I Need?
Plein air painting, or painting outdoors, is a wonderful experience that more people should try! If you’d like to give it a go but don’t know what you need, read on to learn of a few basic supplies you’ll find [...]
Tips and Tricks for Cleaning Oil Paintings
I want to help your artwork last a lifetime. To do that, you need to know how to take care of it properly! Here are some tips and tricks for cleaning oil paintings. Why Clean Your Paintings? You may be [...]
Oil Painting Techniques Artists Should Know
Oil painting techniques can be hard to master when you’re new. But some simple, practical techniques can make the transition much smoother and help you paint with confidence. Here are some oil painting techniques artists should know! Be Aware of [...]
A Brief History of Oil Painting
Oil painting is a popular art medium, but what’s its history? Read on for a brief history of oil painting and how different artists impacted the medium! Beginnings The history of oil painting can be a little challenging because no [...]
How to Care for Your Original Oil Painting
When you purchase an original oil painting (from me or any other painter), it’s important to know how to take care of it. To enjoy your painting for many years to come, here are a few tips. Handle with Care [...]
Busting Common Myths About Oil Paints
There are plenty of misconceptions and myths about oil painting and oil paints. For painters and buyers alike, I think it’s important to clear the air! So let’s dispel some oil paint myths. Oil Painting is Toxic One of the [...]
Tips for How to Oil Paint without Solvents or Mediums
Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, oil painting with solvents and mediums may not be for you. Don’t worry though, because you don’t need to use those chemicals when you oil paint! Here are a few ways you can [...]
What is Alla Prima and Why Use this Technique?
In oil painting, there are a lot of terms that can be confusing, such as alla prima. Let’s discuss what it is and why I use it for some of my own pieces of work! The term alla prima [...]
5 Oil Painting Tips for Beginners
Oil painting can seem intimidating to beginners, but there’s nothing to be afraid of! As a seasoned oil painter, here are my 5 oil painting tips that may be useful to you if you’re just starting. Buy a set [...]
What is Plein Air Painting?
The last twenty years have seen a resurgence of interest in plein air painting in the United States. But what is plein air painting? Read on to find out what it is, how it started, and why painters like me [...]